I had a similar problem with my 93' Sentra.
The solution in mine was to let go the Shifting cable from the transmission and try and pull the lever. If it is still stiff, this means your cable is kinked somewhere inside the transmission arm. Simply go to the parts store and pick up a new one. Now, If it moves freely with the cable disconected from the tranny, we have a problem. This means that somewhere inside the valvebody of your transmission there is a issue. Usually dirt or something like that. My recomendation for this would be to drain your transmission and your torque converter and replace your tranny filter.
Hope it helps.
Matt
2001 nissan how do you remove the nissan emblem to access replace broken handle
There are a number of great ways to handle a difficult passenger. One way is to give them something to do.
Yes, the car will handle and drive much more confortably.
take it off
How do you remove outer door handles on Nissan dualis
leave them alone.
you do your work!
You can handle a task with someone who is difficult to get along with in a few ways. One is just to avoid as much contact as possible.
Call your Nissan Dealer, they should be able to order that for you. I have a 1997 Nissan Quest, and I ripped the side-door handle off in an accident, I went to the dealer and they ordered it for me. However, it took over 3 months for me to get the part, because it has to be a special order with Nissan in Japan.
If it's like the 2001, it's under the rear seat: http://www.nissanextendedwarranty.com/owners-manual/nissan/2001-Nissan-Pathfinder.pdf
tell them to back and get out
because the hand is too dry and the handle is wet